General Dentistry – Important Routine Gum Care

Following a strict and regulated gum care routine can be the difference between a decent smile and an incredible smile. The health of your gums play a huge role in maintaining your overall health. Your gums cover the bones on your teeth through soft tissue and act as a support system for fitting and preventing bacteria from even reaching your inner enamel.

When you ignore gum care, plaque will build and rest on the surface of your teeth. If plaque is not removed in a timely manner, it can eventually inflate and irritate the gums and cause a plethora of periodontal diseases. Adopting routine gum care is the number-one way to fight bacteria and toxins before they can do substantial damage to your pearly whites.

Routine gum care

Brushing and flossing

It is no secret that brushing and flossing should be regularly done as part of any oral cleaning routine. Brushing at least twice a day and flossing at least once a day can do wonders in helping remove leftover plaque and food from your teeth. Make sure to always floss near, but never actually on, the gum line, as this will prevent irritation and bleeding. Whether it is after lunch, before showering or before bed, flossing can be done in less than two minutes.

Regular dental checkups

You should always get routine dental checkups at least once every six months. People with a history of periodontal diseases should see a dentist even more often. The same applies for people battling high blood pressure or high levels of cholesterol. These issues correlate with increased sugar in the body and can give even the average person an increased chance of developing gum disease.

By seeing a professional often, you will not have to worry about any underlying issues about your gums. A dentist will examine and clean your teeth during a checkup. This is also a great time to discuss additional dental care with your general dentist as well. Your teeth are always our number-one priority! 

Fluoride toothpaste and therapeutic mouthwash

Last but not least, fluoride toothpaste and therapeutic mouthwashes are additional items you can implement in your routine gum care. Fluoride toothpaste is a great way to prevent gingivitis by strengthening and whitening your teeth. In addition, it is also known to freshen your breath more than traditional toothpaste. Make sure to look for the ADA seal of acceptance when shopping around!

Therapeutic mouthwashes can help reduce plaque while also preventing gingivitis. A small rinse of mouthwash can go a long way with helping remove additional food particles and debris on your teeth after a good brushing and flossing. Always remember to implement both: Mouthwash is not a substitute for basic oral hygiene!

Now that you have a gum care routine, make sure to use it accordingly. Like most periodontal diseases, gum issues do not just happen overnight. Make sure to take care of your gums, and in turn, they will help take care of you.

Can we answer your questions?

If you have any additional questions about taking care of your gums or setting a regulated hygiene routine, set up an appointment with our general dentistry office today! 

https://drcalldental.com or call Dr. Call Dental Center at (706) 425-6240 for an appointment in our Dalton office.

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